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Infectious Diseases

Infectious diseases caused by harmful microorganisms, including bacteria, viruses, fungi, and parasites, are one of the leading concerns in terms of health all over the world. These infections range from being merely mild to lethal, so a proper approach through effective management and early diagnosis prevents complications and assures better recovery results.

Gleneagles Hospital is a leading infectious diseases hospital in Chennai and provides complete care and treatment for all types of infections. Our team of experienced specialists and healthcare professionals uses the latest diagnostic tools and treatments to provide the best care for all types of complicated infections. Ranging from ordinary flu to some life-threatening infections, Gleneagles provides the best available form of care.

Conditions Treated

At Gleneagles Hospitals, we provide comprehensive care for a range of infectious diseases, including:

  • Hospitalised Medical/Surgical Patients: We treat infections arising in hospitalized patients, including post-surgical infections, pneumonia, and sepsis.
  • OB-GYN Patients: Specialist care for pregnant infections, urinary tract infections, and sexually transmitted infections for safe preservation of health for mother and baby.
  • HIV Infected Patients: Specialized management for HIV-positive patients on antiretroviral therapy and treatment of opportunistic infections
  • TB (Including Drug-Resistant TB): Specialised management of sensitive and drug-resistant tuberculosis to ensure proper management
  • Children with Infections: We cater to pediatric infections, including children who have some form of immunocompromised condition or are on cancer treatment.
  • Cancer: We treat infections in cancer patients, especially those on chemotherapy or radiation therapy.
  • Pre and post-transplant infections: We perform pre-transplant assessments and manage post-transplant infections to prevent infection in recipients of solid organ and stem cell transplants.
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Advanced Technology Used

As one of the leading infectious diseases hospitals in Chennai, Gleneagles Hospital uses the latest technology for the diagnosis and treatment of infectious diseases. Our facilities include the following:

Microbiology Laboratories

The infectious diseases department also collaborates with Microbiology to manage the Infection Prevention and Control services within the hospital.

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Advanced Imaging Technology

We have a number of modern imaging tools, including CT scans and MRI scans, to help diagnose infections in different organs of the body.

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Telemedicine

It offers telemedicine services for people who require special treatment but cannot be physically present at the hospital and, therefore, accessibility and convenience.

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The Expertise of Our Doctors 

Gleneagles Hospital in Mumbai is home to some of the well-renowned doctors, surgeons, and other physicians with years of experience and high skills who bring the following expertise to the table:  

  • Post-Surgical Infections
  • HIV Management
  • Drug-Resistant Tuberculosis
  • Infections in Immunocompromised Patients
  • Infections in Cancer and Transplant Patients

Achievements

Our infectious diseases hospital in Chennai has acquired an outstanding track record for performance in infectious diseases management. The most prominent contributions are: 

  • Innovative Infection Management: Advanced protocols of treatment for complex infections such as drug-resistant tuberculosis that provide better outcomes and faster recovery.
  • Accredited Infection Control Standards: Strict infection control practice, minimizing healthcare-associated infections, and providing a safe environment to all patients.
  • Multidisciplinary Collaboration: The department collaborates with Microbiology and Clinical Pharmacy to develop transformative treatment options like Fecal Microbiota Transplant.
  • Innovative approach in Post-transplantation infections: Patients undergoing organ transplantation have vast chances of getting post-transplantation infections. Thus, our doctors have and are still working on improving post-surgery monitoring.   
  • High-end Diagnostic Procedures: Being equipped with advanced technologies, Gleneagles has been a pioneer of accurate and precise diagnostic procedures.

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Modern Infrastructure

The Infectious Diseases Hospital in Chennai is a state-of-the-art, modern infrastructure designed to give the best care for our patients. Major facilities are:

  • Dedicated Infection Control Units: Ensuring a clean and sterile environment to prevent hospital-acquired infections.
  • Advanced Diagnostic Facilities: Equipped with the latest diagnostic equipment to ensure the right and rapid results.
  • ICUs and Isolation Rooms: Specifically designed and dedicated to the care of critically ill infectious disease patients so that they get the best care.
  • Patient-Centric Design: The hospital has been designed with paramount considerations for the comfort and safety of the patients, and hence, this offers private rooms, very comfortable waiting areas, and easy access to all the facilities.

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Why Gleneagles Hospitals?

  • Patient Experience

    Your care and comfort are our top priorities. We ensure that the patients are well informed prior to every step we take for their benefit and that their queries are effectively answered.

  • Latest technology

    The Gleneagles Hospitals' team stays up to date on the advancements in medical procedures and technologies. Experience the Future Healthcare Technologies now at Gleneagles Hospitals.

  • Providing Quality Care

    Strengthening lives through compassionate care, innovative therapies and relentless efforts. It reflects in the DNA of our passionate team of doctors and dedicated clinical staff.

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Being the leading infectious diseases hospital in Chennai, we offer many new and advanced facilities, making it the first choice of our patients: 

  • Expert Medical Team: Our specialists are at the top of the game, providing the latest state-of-the-art care for all varieties of infections.
  • State-of-the-art facilities: We use the latest diagnostic equipment and treatment modalities to ensure the best possible outcome for our patients.
  • Virtual counselling: we offer virtual counselling to our patients to consult our experts from the comfort of their homes. 

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    Frequently Asked Questions

  • What types of infections are treated at Gleneagles Hospital?

    We treat a wide variety of infections, such as HIV, drug-resistant tuberculosis, fungal infections, and viral infections, including hepatitis and influenza.

  • How does Gleneagles Hospital manage infection in children?

    Being a leading infectious diseases hospital in Chennai our department specializes in the care of infected children, particularly those with an immune defect or who are cancer patients or have received organ transplants.

  • What is outpatient parenteral antibiotic therapy OPAT?

    OPAT is outpatient treatment with intravenous antibiotics. OPAT is a treatment given to those requiring long-term antibiotics. In doing so, these patients receive home treatment and do not require extended hospitalization.

  • Does Gleneagles HealthCity offer the treatment for Multidrug-resistant infections?

    Yes, Our Infectious Diseases Hospital in Chennai also takes care of multi-drug-resistant infections and uses cutting-edge protocols to give the patient optimal results.

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